In Montgomery, a heated debate is underway about the mayor's choice to hire Donald Watkins Jr. for a high-paying city job. Watkins, along with his father, was found guilty of fraud in 2019. The mayor wants to bring him on as the small and minority business development director, offering a salary of
Air fryers are awesome, but they can't do it all. Some foods just don't play nice with that hot, circulating air. Let's talk about the foods that should steer clear of the air fryer to save your taste buds and your kitchen from disaster. First up, boneless pork chops. They're lean and mean, but tha
The Trump administration is looking at the possibility of bringing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac back to the public market. This could happen as early as the end of 2025. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William Pulte mentioned this on a social media platform. Pulte believes that the
A former French president, known for his bold personality, is now facing a five-year prison term. This marks a significant change for someone who once enjoyed the global stage. The charges involve a scheme to collect campaign funds from Libya during his 2007 campaign. He was found guilty of plotting
The internet had a rough morning, and crypto was caught in the crossfire. A hiccup in Amazon Web Services (AWS) sent ripples across the web, taking down major crypto platforms and blockchains. Coinbase, Robinhood, and even some Ethereum layer-2 networks felt the pinch when AWS's DynamoDB service stu
Virginia Giuffre's memoir, released after her passing, offers a raw and detailed account of her alleged abuse. The book, obtained by the BBC before its official release, sheds light on her encounters with Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and her allegations against Prince Andrew, who has consiste
France is gearing up for some serious financial changes. They aim to save a whopping 30 billion euros by 2026. That's a lot of cash, right? To hit this target, they're planning to trim spending and introduce new taxes. But it's not all smooth sailing. Different political groups have different ideas,
Big names in the chemical world are not happy about the idea of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern joining forces. Companies like Cabot, Huntsman, and Lubrizol, along with over thirty others, have spoken up. They say past rail mergers have caused more problems than they solved. Think service disrupt
Boston is gearing up for a week of changing weather. The first half will be wet, while the second half will bring cooler temperatures and sunny skies. The week kicks off with rain on Monday. A cold front is moving in, bringing showers and possible thunderstorms. The rain might make morning travel t
Older adults often find that helping friends can make them happier. This is not just about big gestures, but small, everyday acts like giving a ride or assisting with chores. Research shows that these actions can boost mood and give a sense of purpose. Interestingly, the way this help affects peopl
